Strategic Intelligence Sees Fed Raising Into Weakness

Strategic Intelligence Sees Fed Raising Into Weakness

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The video discusses the Federal Reserve's recent statement and the expectation that they will raise interest rates in June despite economic weakness, a move not seen since 1937. This decision is driven by the need to catch up on past inaction. The discussion also covers predictions for gold prices, which are expected to rise due to the Fed's tightening policy. The video concludes with speculation on the Fed's future actions, suggesting they may ease policies by summer to avoid a recession, continuing a pattern of policy flip-flops.

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How does the current economic situation differ from the Fed's usual approach to raising rates?

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What is the significance of the Fed raising rates into weakness?

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What factors are contributing to the prediction of a recession by summer?

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What patterns in gold prices are mentioned, and what do they suggest?

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What is the expected impact of the Fed's tightening on the economy?

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